Formula Rossa, Ferrari World, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates – This is the fastest roller coaster in the world — covering 1.3 miles in 90 seconds. l Video l Image

Takabisha, Fuji-Q Highland theme park, Fujiyoshida, Yamanashi, Japan – Not for the weak of heart, this ride has a stomach-turning 121-foot drop, which is the steepest in the world. l Video l Image

Gravity Max, Lihpao Land Discovery World, Taiwan – The ride slowly inches up a 114-foot lift before stopping at the top just long enough to unleash a family of butterflies in your stomach. Then, suddenly, the track breaks off, flipping down 90 degrees to align with the 34-story verticle drop. It’s the only “tilting” roller coaster of its kind in the world. l Video